Friends of the Fort Lee Public Library

Supporting library services through fundraising and volunteerism.

Who We Are

The Friends of the Fort Lee Public Library is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that supports the Fort Lee Library’s services through fundraising and volunteerism, and are primarily funded by our members and donations.

Curious about what we do? Other questions? Email us flplfriends@gmail.com.

What’s Happening

Friday, May 5 (5:30-8:00pm; last tee time is 7:30pm)
Indoor Mini Golf
Play holes of mini-golf inside our library! Ticket prices are $5 per adult (18+) and $2 per child. Under 3 years old is free.

Saturday, May 6 (10:00am-3:00pm; last tee time is 2:30pm)
Indoor Mini Golf
Play holes of mini-golf inside our library! Ticket prices are $5 per adult (18+) and $2 per child. Under 3 years old is free.

Monday, September 18 – Tuesday, September 26 (regular library hours)
Annual book sale donations: Adult books, children’s books, CDs, DVDs accepted (no LPs/vinyl)
Drop off donations in drop off bins INSIDE either entrance of Fort Lee Library.
Do not leave donations outside. During regular library hours. Any binding, any language, children or adult books. No LPs/vinyl.

Friday, September 29 (5:30-7:00pm)
Members-Only Presale of Book Sale
Shop the book sale before the public does–all items are eligible for purchase. Only available to current (2023) members of the Friends. There will NOT be membership signups at the door. (Scanners not permitted.) CASH ONLY, small bills please.

Saturday, September 30 (9:30am-4:00pm)
Annual book sale
Get your fill of gently used hardcovers, paperbacks, children’s books, CDs, and DVDs for $1-$2 each. (No LPs/vinyl for sale. Scanners not permitted.) CASH ONLY, small bills please.

Sunday, October 1 (10:00am-1:00pm)
Annual book sale
Get your fill of gently used hardcovers, paperbacks, children’s books, CDs, and DVDs for $1-$2 each. (No LPs/vinyl for sale. Scanners not permitted.) $5 Fill-A-Bag from 12:00-1:00pm. CASH ONLY, small bills please.

Friday, May 5
5:30pm-8:00pm
Last tee time/entry at 7:30pm

Mini Golf
Play holes of mini-golf inside our library! Ticket prices are $5 per adult (18+) and $2 per child. Under 3 years old is free. CASH ONLY.

Saturday, May 6
10:00am-3:00pm
Last tee time/entry is 2:30pm

Mini Golf
Play holes of mini-golf inside our library! Ticket prices are $5 per adult (18+) and $2 per child. Under 3 years old is free. CASH ONLY.

Monday, September 18 – Tuesday, September 26
Regular library hours

Annual book sale donations: Adult books, children’s books, CDs, DVDs accepted (no LPs/vinyl)
Drop off donations in drop off bins INSIDE either entrance of Fort Lee Library. During regular library hours.
Do not leave donations outside, they will be discarded.
Bring us hardcovers, paperbacks, any language, children’s or adult books in good to new condition.
No LPs/vinyl this year.

Friday, September 29
5:30-7:00pm

Members-Only Presale of Book Sale
Shop the book sale before the public does–all items are eligible for purchase.
Only available to current (2023) members of the Friends. There will NOT be membership signups at the door.
Scanners are not permitted.
CASH ONLY, small bills please.

Saturday, September 30
9:30am-4:00pm

Annual book sale
Open to the public! Get your fill of gently used hardcovers, paperbacks, children’s books, CDs, and DVDs for $1-$2 each.
No LPs/vinyl for sale this year.
Scanners are not permitted.
CASH ONLY, small bills please.

Sunday, October 1
10:00am-1:00pm

Annual book sale
Open to the public! Get your fill of gently used hardcovers, paperbacks, children’s books, CDs, and DVDs for $1-$2 each.
No LPs/vinyl for sale this year.
Scanners are not permitted.
CASH ONLY, small bills please.
$5 Fill-A-Bag from 12:00-1:00pm

Fri
May 52023
Indoor Mini Golf (Evening)Play holes of mini-golf INSIDE the Fort Lee Library! $5 per adult and $2 per child. Under 3 years old are free.
5:30pm-8:00pmLast tee time is 7:30pm
Sat
May 62023
Indoor Mini Golf (Daytime)Play holes of mini-golf INSIDE the Fort Lee Library! $5 per adult and $2 per child. Under 3 years old are free.
10:00am-3:00pmLast tee time is 2:30pm
Mon-Tue
September 18-262023
Book, CD, DVD donations acceptedDrop off donations in drop off bins INSIDE either entrance of Fort Lee Library. Do not leave donations outside. During regular library hours. Any binding, any language, children or adult books. No LPs/vinyl.
Library HoursSept 18-26 ONLY
Fri
September 292023
Members-Only Presale of Book Sale Shop the book sale before the public does. Only available to current (2023) members of the Friends. There will NOT be membership signups at the door. (Scanners not permitted.)
5:30pm-7:00pmFort Lee Library
Sat
September 302023
Annual Book Sale, Day 1Get your fill of gently used hardcovers, paperbacks, children’s books, CDs, and DVDs for $1-$2 each. (No LPs/vinyl. Scanners not permitted.)
9:30am-4:00pmFort Lee Library
Sun
October 12023
Annual Book Sale, Day 2Get your fill of gently used hardcovers, paperbacks, children’s books, CDs, and DVDs for $1-$2 each. (No LPs/vinyl. Scanners not permitted.)
10:00am-3:00pmFort Lee Library

Last Year

During 2022 with over 210 memberships, the Friends donated over $24,000 to a variety of programs and services including those listed below.

In 2022, the Friends had sponsored the following programs:

  • Hollaback! Bystander training (April)
  • Members-only performance by Bill Ervolino & refreshments
  • Belmont 4, Doo Wop concert for all ages (June)
  • Summer Reading Program for adults and children (June-August)
  • eBook licenses (ongoing)
  • Museum Passes (from annual Book Sale)
  • Toddler’s Nook in Children’s Room (from annual Book Sale)
  • An Evening with the Friends raised $13,000 for the Library’s capital campaign to renovate and refresh the library building!

Benefits of Membership

Renew your Membership for 2023 or become a new member STARTING JANUARY 1, 2023! Join our current 210+ members: “Join the Friends!

  • Members Only: Become a member today to:
    • Stay informed about upcoming events
    • Friends-sponsored event discounts
    • Members-only activities and outings
    • Early access to our annual book sale (Members Presale September 29)

Ongoing Fundraising

  • Commemorating an anniversary, birthday, or special event? A dedicated bookplate for an individual or group/organization can be placed in a circulating adult or children’s book at the Fort Lee Library.
  • Teachers deserve a special thanks! Our Teacher Appreciation Bookplates are placed in a children’s or adult circulating book, and is the perfect way to say “thank you” to someone who does a lot for you or your children/grandchildren. All donations to the Friends may be tax deductible.
  • Make a tax-deductible donation to a 501(c)3 nonprofit: Donate once or monthly to the Friends.

Friends of the Fort Lee Public Library is a 501(c)3 | EIN 83-2152094 | Incorporated 2018